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High wind warning issued for Big Island summits

According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, northeast winds of 50 to 60 mph with gusts up to 75 mph are expected.

Update: Flood watch extended until early Tuesday morning as upper level low persists

The upper level low-pressure system near the Hawaiian Islands will maintain moist and unstable conditions that could produce periods of locally heavy showers.

Heavy rain in West Hawai‘i floods roads, washes trash, debris into ocean

Heavy rain hit North Kona and South Kona communities for several hours yesterday afternoon flooding portions of Hualālai Road, Kuakini Highway, Ali‘i Drive and parking lots throughout Kailua-Kona.

Minor coastal flooding anticipated throughout Hawaiian Islands

Coastal flooding is possible around the daily peak tide, which will be between the late morning and early afternoon hours.

Red flag warning to begin Saturday morning throughout the state

According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, northeast winds of 30 to 40 mph are expected with localized gusts up to 50 mph.

High surf advisory to begin for east-facing shores on Big Island tonight

Large breaking waves are expected to be 7 to 10 feet.

High tides this weekend could bring minor coastal flooding throughout the state

According to the National Weather Service, the upcoming high tides are a combination of the full moon and water levels running around 0.5 feet higher than predicted.

Wind advisory issued for Big Island summits

According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, a northeast to east winds of 40 to 50 mph are sweeping the summits with gusts up to 60 mph.

High tide cycle could bring coastal flooding throughout the islands

According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, the best chance for coastal impacts will occur in the afternoon hours around the peak daily high tide cycle through Sunday in the typical vulnerable low-lying coastal areas.

High tides to bring minor coastal flooding throughout the islands

Coastal flooding will coincide with the daily peak tide each afternoon till Sunday.

High water levels to bring minor coastal flooding around Hawai‘i Island

According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, peak tides associated with the new moon, combined with water levels that are running higher than predicted, will lead to minor flooding along the shoreline and in low-lying coastal areas.

Update: High surf warning issued for Big Island’s south-facing shores, replacing earlier advisory

Warning-level surf of 11 to 15 feet is the result of a medium, long-period south swell expected to impact the entire state through Saturday morning.

Rainfall totals above average on Big Island for month of May

Conditions favorable for heavy rainfall centered on the Big Island on May 10, with strong thunderstorms developing over the Hilo area during the mid-afternoon, according to the National Weather Service.

Update: Flood advisory canceled for various portions of Big Island

Radar shows that heavy rain has diminished in the Ka‘ū, Hilo and Puna districts as well as the interior of the Big Island.

Flood watch issued throughout Hawaiian Islands

A Kona low developing north of the state will bring the potential for a prolonged period of heavy rain and thunderstorms over portions of the state from Wednesday through Friday.

Flood advisory issued for Hilo and Hāmākua Districts

This advisory may need to be extended if flooding persists.

Update: Flood advisory for portions of East Hawai‘i canceled

Rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour.

Canoe race canceled after Kawaihae Harbor, surrounding roads flooded following weekend rain

Ninety-two crews were slated to participate in the 26th annual Long Distance race up the Kohala Coast on Saturday.

Flood advisory issued for portions of West Hawai‘i

Rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour.

Flood advisory issued for Puna, Ka‘ū Districts

Rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour.
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